Keenen Brown
Columbia,CA
Summary
Seasoned Machine Operator with 5 plus years of experience operating maintaining manufacturing equipment. Proficient in performing equipment inspections and preventive maintenance functions. Safety- conscious individual comfortable operating forklifts, overhead cranes and jib cranes. Sound time management, communication and multitasking skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Cargill
West Columbia, SC
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
Forklift Operator
PSI Associates
Greenville, SC
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
ASPHALT WORKER
CITY OF GREENVILLE
02.2023 - 05.2023
- As an asphalt worker for the city of Greenville our job was to safely drive around in the areas that needed to be fixing weather it was a pothole or a curb or when there was an work order that needed to be filled.
ZF TRANSMISSIONS
07.2022 - 02.2023
- While working at ZF Transmission my job duty was to work at my station or the station that they have assigned me to and to put the transmission together in a fast and safe manner.
CNC Machine Operator
Owen Steel
Columbia , SC
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
- Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
HUSQVARNA
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Some of the roles for me while working at Husqvarna was to drive safely on a cherry picker and to pull orders for the right company and to bring them up to the front of the assembly line so that they can be packed and shipped.
SAMS CLUB
06.2021 - 11.2021
- While working at Sam's Club I had a numerous of roles that I plaid and that was being the lead produce sails associate and my job was the assist my working and customers with their everyday needs
- I was also a forklift driver I used that to help stock shelves and to get larger items out of the steals.
CHINE JUSIE
01.2021 - 05.2021
- At china jusie some of my job duties was to run the fiber glass down the line so that they could be ready for final packing and once I mastered that I was trained on final packing and then I was able to get my forklift certification through the company.
MEKRA LANE
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Some job duties for mekra lane was to work on a assembly line fixing 18- wheeler mirrors and transport van mirrors.
Machine Operator
Cargill Meat Solutions/West Columbia
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining machines to prevent future issues
- Operated multiple fabricating machines, including cutoff saws, shears, rolls, brakes, presses and forming or spinning machines
- Removed and replaced worn machine accessories to keep products within desired tolerances
- Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function
Security Guard Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Monitored security cameras and fire, building and alarm systems
- Maintained safety by quickly responding to alarms and investigating disturbances
- Patrolled the premises to ensure safety of employees and visitors
- Documented all security-related situations, including Oversaw premises to identify safety risks and ensure employee and visitor safety.
Lead Man/Forklift Operator/loader and unloader
Rinker Materials
08.2016 - 04.2018
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies
- Complied with OSHA regulations, company policies and protocols to maintain safe and efficient operations
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes
- Loaded items in optimal manner to maximize work efficiency
overnight sales associate
Walmart
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Identified stock needs, replaced outdated stock and assembled products
- Priced and labeled new merchandise, verified all products contained price tags and adhered sale labels in correct places
- Received, unloaded and documented incoming stock in warehouse and staged merchandise for easy retrievability
- Monitored and reported warehouse inventory to assure availability of Summary Skills Experience required products for purchase
- Assisted customers upon request in finding products or checked in warehouse for unstocked items
- Routed warehoused and incoming merchandise to proper store departments and locations
- Cleaned and straightened warehouse, store aisles and shelves for ease of product accessibility, safety and loss prevention
- Trained and supervised 20 new employees and served as overnight stocking and warehouse lead.
Mold Tender and Ring Puller
Rinker Materials
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Set up scaffolding, braces and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
Produce Associate
Walmart
03.2013 - 06.2014
- Prepared products for sales floor by adding tags and readying pallets or restocking
- Assisted customers based on currently available product, promotional and policy information
- Restocked produce and removed expired or damaged merchandise
- Placed new produce orders based on expected demand
- Helped customers complete purchases, including processing payments and bagging items
Produce clerk
Bi-lo
03.2012 - 12.2012
- Assisted customers based on currently available product, promotional and policy information
- Prepared products for sales floor by adding tags and readying pallets or restocking.
Education
High School Diploma -
WEST FLORENCE HIGH
Florence, SC06.2011
Business Administration - finance
Benedict College
Columbia, SCSkills
- Loading and unloading protocols
- Machining and production standards
- Machinery operations
- Power and hand tools
- Forklift Operating
Timeline
Machine Operator
Cargill
09.2023 - 08.2024
Forklift Operator
PSI Associates
05.2023 - 09.2023
ASPHALT WORKER
CITY OF GREENVILLE
02.2023 - 05.2023
ZF TRANSMISSIONS
07.2022 - 02.2023
CNC Machine Operator
Owen Steel
01.2022 - 07.2022
HUSQVARNA
11.2021 - 01.2022
SAMS CLUB
06.2021 - 11.2021
CHINE JUSIE
01.2021 - 05.2021
MEKRA LANE
07.2020 - 01.2021
Machine Operator
Cargill Meat Solutions/West Columbia
04.2019 - 07.2020
Security Guard Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
11.2018 - 04.2019
Lead Man/Forklift Operator/loader and unloader
Rinker Materials
08.2016 - 04.2018
overnight sales associate
Walmart
02.2016 - 08.2016
Mold Tender and Ring Puller
Rinker Materials
08.2014 - 01.2016
Produce Associate
Walmart
03.2013 - 06.2014
Produce clerk
Bi-lo
03.2012 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
WEST FLORENCE HIGH
Business Administration - finance
Benedict College
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